10/06/2026
Heading to the upcoming Lightning Ridge Opal Festival? 💎✨
Why not break up the long drive and stay a night or two in Coonamble along the way!
Located just 2.5 hours from Lightning Ridge, Coonamble is the perfect place to relax, recharge and enjoy some genuine country hospitality before continuing your journey to the festival.
Take your time, enjoy the local cafés, pubs, riverside walks and friendly atmosphere while making your road trip safer and more enjoyable.
Whether you’re travelling with friends, a couple in a caravan or a family towing the camper trailer, Coonamble makes the perfect stopover destination on your way to one of outback NSW’s most iconic events.
Plan your trip, stay awhile, and enjoy the journey as much as the destination! 🚗🌾💎
It's almost that time of year again!
Lightning Ridge Opal Festival is on from July 29th - August 2nd. If you haven't experienced this festival before, we suggest putting it on your bucket list. If you're on our email list, keep an eye out for a curated Lightning Ridge Tourist Guide coming your way soon.